When her cat Rosita accidentally ingested medicine meant for her dog, BluePearl veterinary technician Amanda Fernandez did what 2,999,999 people had done before her: She called the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. “Thankfully, prompt medical attention and the guidance of APCC’s knowledgeable staff allowed Rosi to make a full recovery with ‘nary a hitch in her giddy-up,’ Amanda says.” Amanda and Rosi learned that they were APCC’s 3 millionth case when their call was answered, and they want to say, “thank you to the entire staff at APCC for doing what you do—all day, all night; every day, every night, without fail.” If you need to reach the Animal Poison Control Center, call (888) 426-4435. And by the way, most BluePearl hospitals also are open around the clock. Our veterinarians are experts on many toxic substances that pets get into, but we sometimes call the poison control hotline also. It's a great resource.

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center Celebrates 3 Millionth Case

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center recently hit a milestone when they assisted their 3 million caller, a pet parent whose Sphinx cat had ingested a high amount of toxic medication. Read more about this case, and how APCC helped save this cat's life.

In honor of Cute Puppy Monday (if that’s not a holiday, we think it should be!), we offer this shot of 10 ridiculously adorable golden retriever puppies. One of them, Dakota, was a patient at our BluePearl hospital in Nashville, Tenn., when she had an allergic reaction to an antibiotic. Luckily one of board-certified emergency and critical care specialists was able to treat Dakota and help her get back home to her loving family. Thanks to rayoflightphoto.com for the great image!

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In honor of Cute Puppy Monday (if that's not a holiday, we think it should be!), we offer this shot of 10 ridiculously adorable golden retriever puppies. One of them, Dakota, was a patient at our...

Veterinarians can see joy and heartbreak almost every day, and Dr. Louise Beyea has been on the job for 30 years. This article from a Minnesota newspaper provides a real behind-the-scenes glimpse of life in a veterinary ER. Thanks, Dr Beyea, for touching so many lives!

Emergencies on four legs: Veterinary ER doctor finds opportunities...

A Pomeranian sat in its owner's arms violently trembling and panting. "He's been shaking like this for 30 minutes. ... I got in as quick as I could," said Scott Nelson.Dr. Louise Beyea asked a series of questions, as a team jumped into action. One woman held the dog, Louie, securely as another...

When a pit bull was found in the woods, shot in the head, rescuers took her to the BluePearl hospital in Overland Park, Kansas. The good news is that "Laggie" is now doing much better after receiving...

It's May, and that means free eye exams for service dogs, courtesy of a fantastic program coordinated by Stokes and ACVO! This gorgeous hunk, named Vader, accompanied by his adorable friend Gwyneth, was seen by Dr. Erica Tolar in our Louisville hospital. Vader is a therapy dog who visits hospitals, nursing homes and helps with depositions for children.

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It's May, and that means free eye exams for service dogs, courtesy of a fantastic program coordinated by Stokes and ACVO! This gorgeous hunk, named Vader, accompanied by his adorable friend Gwyneth,...

Hurricanes hit BluePearl hospitals in Texas and Florida last year, and our courageous veterinary professionals worked around the clock to save pets' lives. As you can imagine, we learned a lot from this experience. We wanted to share our knowledge with other veterinarians. So thanks @dvm360 magazine for sharing this article about our lessons learned!

Hurricane lessons: Four things we learned from Harvey and Irma

Last year's hurricane season was not kind to people or animals. We all saw how storms flooded Houston, tore through Florida and hammered Puerto Rico. As the 2018 hurricane season approaches, I've been thinking about the lessons these storms taught us. BluePearl Veterinary Partners kept animal hospitals open 24/7 in the midst of both Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is an important reminder to return unused prescription drugs, both for humans and for our furry friends, to prevent unintended consequences. If you would like to take the opportunity to empty your medicine cabinet and turn in unused or expired prescriptions, visit the the Take Back Day website to find your closest drop off location. Drop off sites are accepting prescriptions tomorrow, April 28th between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Take Back Day

The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and anonymous means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse and medications.

A very playful 9-week-old Labrador retriever named “Pup Pup” did the unthinkable... she swallowed a metal bar protruding from a fence and was unable to shake herself loose. Pup Pup was saved after a midnight run to BluePearl in Sandy Springs, where Dr. Nicolas Berryessa was able to remove the metal rod without surgery. @wsbtv has the full story.

Puppy recovering after swallowing long piece of chain-link fence

ATLANTA - A puppy in foster care is recovering after she got part of a chain-link fence stuck inside her. Pup Pup, who's just 9 weeks old, was at a foster home in Blairsville last Friday night, when her caregivers heard a commotion in the backyard.

Spring is here, and many pets love playing outside and exploring the garden. While your pet may enjoy the time outdoors, it's important to be mindful that some common plants can be highly toxic to pets. BluePearl veterinarians explain how to keep your garden safe and avoid plant toxicity emergencies in this ABC Action News article:

Local vets warn about toxic plants after dog nearly dies from accidental poisoning

TAMPA, Fla. -- Veterinarians from BluePearl Veterinary Partners are warning homeowners about the danger of toxic plants and other garden dangers this spring. This comes after a Tampa pet owner's dog nearly died after ingesting parts of a toxic plant. While sago palm may look like a simple green, leafy plant, it is actually highly toxic to dogs.

Finn the rescue pup developed signs of a serious, chronic illness shortly before his second birthday. BluePearl's Dr. Jean Ferreri, who is board-certified in veterinary internal medicine, diagnosed him with primary portal vein hypoplasia, an incurable disease that affects blood in the liver. Finn's loving owner Christina Fried established Finn's Fund to assist other families whose dogs are facing a vascular liver abnormality. Read more about this special pup and Finn's fund:

After spending his first few months on the streets of New York City, Finn the mixed-breed dog found his family in Christina Fried '94, who adopted him into her home in 2006. Just before his second birthday, however, he started showing signs of a serious, chronic illness.

While we tend to suffer from allergies respiratorily, dogs pick up allergens through their skin. Left untreated, a small allergy problem can become more serious long-term problem. Dr. Chris Cook, our veterinary dermatology specialist in Michigan, talked about allergies with @USAToday for their annual Pet Guide. That handsome bulldog is Henri, a dermatology patient of Dr. Noel Radwanski in Tampa.

Like people, dogs can struggle with seasonal allergies

When spring arrives, many of us humans are reaching for the tissues and allergy meds. Turns out our dogs may be suffering, too. Instead of respiratory symptoms, most dogs with seasonal allergies have dermatological reactions - irritated skin, ear or paw infections and a tendency to lick, bite or scratch the affected areas.

Do you know how to clean your dog's ears at home? It's easier than you may think. Just follow these instructions from Dr. Jill Abraham, a board-certified veterinary dermatologist. Cleaning your dog's ears is an important part of a regular grooming routine and it prevents painful infections.

How to clean your dog's ears and prevent infection

Dogs love to dig, swim and roll around - creating many opportunities for their ears to get dirty. Cleaning your dog's ears is an important part of regular grooming routine and it prevents painful infections. Board-certified veterinary dermatologist Dr. Jill Abraham explains how to clean your dog's ears and identify common ear complications.

Happy Easter! We hope everyone has a safe day with their pets. What are you doing to celebrate the holiday weekend?

21 Dogs Celebrating Easter Their Way

They say Easter is the holiday of the bunnies, but this year, let's take a look at what some Instagram pups have to say! 1. Barry Zito says, "These ears fit right in, don't they? May I have a Peep now?" 2. Why shouldn't you tell an Easter egg your joke?

Easter lillies are commonly found in homes and gardens this time of year. However, many people are unaware that these gorgeous flowers are highly toxic and somtimes fatal for cats. BluePearl vets warn cat owners about the dangers of Easter lillies:

Easter Lilies: Fatal Attraction!!

Easter lilies are a common fixture in households across the country this time of year. What many people are unaware of is the risk that these gorgeous flowers hold for curious household cats. Many members of the Lily family are toxic to cats, and ingestion of very small amounts of the plant can lead to signs of toxicity.

The Peeps and jelly beans you find in your Easter basket are generally not toxic to dogs, but they can lead to gastrointestinal upsets, Dr. John Gicking, our criticalist in Tampa, told the Dodo. It's the solid chocolate bunny you have to be wary of. Here's how to keep your pup safe this Easter:

What Happens To Your Dog If He Eats A Chocolate Bunny?

Long considered an Easter staple, these adorable cacao creatures can cause your dog some serious discomfort - or worse. "The toxic part of chocolate for dogs is something called theobromine, which is a caffeine-like substance," Gicking tells The Dodo. "Dogs are more sensitive to the caffeine-like effects of theobromine than humans.

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